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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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